East of England
This coverage highlights petcare industry news and developments across the East of England, from independent pet retailers and veterinary practices to regional suppliers, distributors, and manufacturers. Pet Gazette reports on business openings, expansions, and closures, as well as trade events, recruitment activity, and community initiatives. Coverage includes news, market insights, and case studies to help pet trade professionals understand commercial opportunities, supply chain dynamics, and regional trends shaping the petcare market in the East of England.
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Jun- 2018 -20 JuneRetailers
Independent retailers feeling ‘optimistic’ about high street future
More than half of the nation’s independent high street retailers are optimistic about the future of their local high street – and four out of five shoppers would miss their local high street if it was no longer there. This is according to new research to launch the government-run Great…
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1 JunePet Owners
Vets issue ‘bunny spoilers’ ahead of Rabbit Awareness Week
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is highlighting the importance of diet ahead of Rabbit Awareness Week (2 – 10 June), as survey findings have shown that five of the top six rabbit health problems vets see in practice are attributable to poor diet. While many rabbit owners may know that…
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Sep- 2017 -12 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
FSB Small Business Awards open for entries
The FSB Celebrating Small Business Awards 2018 are now open for entries. The awards will celebrate the best of the UK’s 5.5 million small businesses and their vast contribution to both regional and national economies. With 12 different award categories to enter, a series of 12 area award ceremonies will be held…
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Jul- 2017 -10 JulyCurrent Affairs
Dog toy sales rise due to stick danger
Industry research conducted by dog toy brand Chuckit! has revealed that over 80 percent of pet retailers in the UK have experienced an increase in dog toy sales since the danger of sticks was highlighted in 2015. At the Pedigree Trade Show 2017, Chuckit! quizzed a variety of retailers from…
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May- 2017 -9 MayCurrent Affairs
Pedigree Wholesale’s Pet & Aquatic Trade Show is back for 2017
Pedigree Wholesale’s annual Pet & Aquatic Trade Show will take place on Wednesday 14 June. The one day event opens its doors at Peterborough Arena, East of England Showground. Organisers have promised business opportunities, with over 80 trade stands representing market leading brands in the pet industry. Retailers who visit…
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May- 2016 -26 MayCurrent Affairs
Shocking rise in fatal attacks on cats
An alarming rise in fatal air gun attacks on cats has led to calls for a change in legislation to restrict the sale and use of air weapons. Around half of cats injured by air guns die as a result according to a new survey by Cats Protection. A survey…
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6 MayCurrent Affairs
Only 59% of Londoners have had their canines neutered
Only 59 percent of Londoners and 55 percent of dog owners in Scotland have had their canine companions neutered, reveals a national survey. The information has been released as part of National Pet Month (NPM) to remind people of the benefits of neutering their pets. The survey data, which was…
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Mar- 2016 -18 MarchCurrent Affairs
Small business confidence at lowest level in three years
A new survey by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has shown small business confidence was at the lowest level since 2013 from the first quarter of this year. The fall is most noticeable in London and the East of England, but all regions of the UK have seen declines.…
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Oct- 2014 -13 OctoberPet Owners
Pets at Home report shows we are a nation of Pet Fanatics!
We truly are a country of pet lovers. A new report conducted by Pets at Home, retailer of pet products and services, shows just how crazy we are about our fur (and feather and scaley) babies. 42% of pet owners say ‘I Love You’ to their pets at least twice a day 88% of…
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Aug- 2014 -21 AugustManufacturers
Copdock Mill Get More Visible
H. G. Gladwell & Sons have been trading from Copdock Mill for over 100 years. This family owned company are now one of the largest independent manufacturers, wholesalers and distributors in the South East of England. Now they manufacture their own range of cage and wild bird mixes and seeds,…
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